{"product_id":"taschen-40th-edition-marvel-age-of-comics-mickey-mouse-ultimate-history-or-star-wars-archives-2026184858","title":"Taschen 40th Edition: Marvel Age of Comics, Mickey Mouse Ultimate History, or Star Wars Archives","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMARVEL AGE OF COMICS: TASCHEN T40\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn The Marvel Age of Comics 1961-1978, legendary writer and editor Roy Thomas takes you to the heart of this seminal segment in comic historyan age of triumphant character and narrative innovation that reinvented the superhero genre. With more than 500 images and insider insights, the book traces the birth of champions who were both epic in their powers and grounded in a world that readers recognized as close to their own; relatable heroes with the same problems, struggles, and shortcomings as everyone else.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBehind it all, we get to know the extraordinary Marvel architects whose names are almost as familiar as the mortals (and immortals!) they brought to lifeStan The Man Lee, Jack King Kirby, and Steve Ditko. The result is a behind-the-scenes treasure trove and a jewel for any comic fan's library, brimming with the innovation and energy of an invincible era for Marvel and its heroes alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMICKEY MOUSE: TASCHEN T40\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOn November 18, 1928, the world's most famous Mouse made his very first public debut. Today, we celebrate 90+ years of Mickey in one of the most expansive illustrated publications on the Disney universe.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith unlimited access to Disney's vast historical collections as well as public and private collections, the authors bring Mickey's success story to life: concept art, story sketches, background paintings, and animation drawings as well as historical photographs trace the origins and evolution of timeless favourites.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMickey Mouse has left an indelible mark on everyday culture. As Walt Disney once said: I only hope that we never lose sight of one thingthat it was all started by a mouse.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTAR WARS ARCHIVES: TASCHEN T40\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn this first volume, made with the full cooperation of Lucasfilm, George Lucas narrates his own story, taking us through the making of the original trilogyEpisode IV A New Hope, Episode V The Empire Strikes Back, and Episode VI Return of the Jediand bringing fresh insights into the creation of a unique universe. Complete with script pages, production documents, concept art, storyboards, on-set photography, stills, and posters, this is the authoritative exploration of the original saga as told by its creator.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCovers the first 3 movies: Episode IV A New Hope, Episode V The Empire Strikes Back, and Episode VI Return of the Jedi.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNumber of books: 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAge: Adult\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthor: Roy Thomas \/ David Gerstein \/ Paul Duncan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormat: Hardback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Comics Archive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Costco UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48322122088686,"sku":"STO-ITEM-2026-184858","price":31.66,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/0125\/9183\/files\/245029887180830.jpg?v=1784128135","url":"https:\/\/mcgrocer.com\/products\/taschen-40th-edition-marvel-age-of-comics-mickey-mouse-ultimate-history-or-star-wars-archives-2026184858","provider":"McGrocer","version":"1.0","type":"link"}